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We’ve all heard the cliche “Fools rush in (where angels fear to tread).”
It seems like sound advice, but I feel all too often “Fools never start.” We calculate, analyze, triple check, and stir over. We hypothesize, procrastinate, dream and don’t take action.
The problem all too often isn’t rushing in, it’s failing to start.
Fools never start…
…taking chances when they have a hunch.
…reaching out when they know they should.
…asking why when things seem amiss.
…risking it all and figuring out the details later when pursuing a passion.
…leading because they feel they are unqualified.
…expressing their ideas because they are afraid they’ll be stolen.
…rejecting the status quo for what they know is better.
…taking steps to make change.
…accepting responsibility and refusing to blame others for circumstances.
Don’t be afraid to rush in. Take a chance. Make a stand. Refuse to settle.
Fools aren’t the ones failing. Fools are the ones who are afraid to fail.
Your thoughts: Is “fools never start” really accurate?